Eliminators on the Market (May 2023)

The Marketplace Classic Cougars for Sale
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Springtime shows and car cruises are getting into full swing!

BEWARE OF SCAM LISTINGS OF ELIMINATORS FOR SALE!
Scammers are using pictures from legitimate listings (old and current) and passing them off as their car that is for sale, at prices well below market value. Always verify the car is real and the VIN is legitimate by checking with the CCOA or Eliminator Registry.
Also be sure to order your own Marti Report. Scammers have been doctoring Marti’s and changing VINs. Marti will not charge you for an invalid VIN.
Never send a deposit without confirming there is actually a real Eliminator associated with the listing.
And as always, remember that if it is too good to be true then it is probably a scam.

Auction results and Eliminators that sold since the last Market List update (price shown is listed price, or hammer price for auction cars)…

0F91G513929 - 1970 w/Boss 302, 4spd. Comp Yellow, B&W Houndstooth. Docs. GAA Auction $93.5k
0F91G518205 - 1970 w/Boss 302, 4spd. Comp Gold, Black Decor Interior. Project. Docs. In PA $29.5k
9F91G570308 - 1969 w/Boss 302, 4spd (Now 351/Auto). Bright Yellow, Black Interior. Docs. Mecum Glendale $37k
9F91G572299 - 1969 w/Boss 302, 4spd. Bright Blue Metallic, Blue Interior (now Black). Docs. In CO $90k
9F91R567026 - 1969 w/428CJ, Auto. Bright Yellow, Black interior. Docs. In NC for $87.5k
0F91M507746 - 1970 w/351, Auto. Comp Green, White Standard Interior. Docs. Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach $40k
0F91M545909 - 1970 w/351, 4spd. Comp Yellow, B&W Houndstooth Interior. Docs. In GA $29.5k
9F91M565898 - 1969 w/351, Auto (now 390/C6). Bright Blue Metallic, White Interior. Docs. In GA $20k

As always, if you know of an Eliminator for sale or are looking for an Eliminator, please feel free to post here, or contact me. I’ll do my best to help you find the Eliminator you are looking for, or help find a new home for your Eliminator, if possible. Send me a PM or email me directly at: EliminatorSearch@CougarClub.org

Also, be sure to check out the Eliminator Owners and Enthusiast group on Facebook: Redirecting…

Don’t be shy about commenting or asking about a car in the list. Folks here are always happy to help answer questions or concerns.

Many more listings are showing up on Facebook these days. If you need contact info for a listing on Facebook just let me know and I’ll hook you up!

Listings as of May 4th

'70 w/ 428CJ, Auto. Competition Blue, Black Decor Interior. Docs. Mecum Indy, Lot# S135.1
https://www.mecum.com/lots/554451/1970-mercury-cougar-eliminator/
0F91Q515414

'70 w/ Boss 302, 4-speed. Super Drag Pak Competition Orange, Black Standard Interior. Docs. Mecum Indy, Lot# S144
https://www.mecum.com/lots/554556/1970-mercury-cougar-boss-302-eliminator/
*Be aware that previous sales listed the car with a 351W / Tremec 5-speed and that the car did NOT have the original drivetrain. In 2013 the car was sold with “date correct” Boss engine and transmission.
0F91G515389

'69 w/ 390, Auto. Bright Blue Metallic, Blue Interior. Project. In MI for $8.5k
https://www.johnsclassiccougars.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Car4sale-74
9F91S563328

'69 w/ 351, Auto. Bright Blue Metallic, Blue Interior. Docs. In KS for $10k
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/558401252855911
9F91M565884

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Green, Black Decor Interior. Docs. In MI for $22.5k
https://www.johnsclassiccougars.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CAR4SALE-76
0F91M510647

'69 w/ 351 (now 390), Auto. Bright Yellow (now Comp Orange), Black Interior. Docs. In PA for $30k.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/742455147286651
9F91M567931

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Blue, White Decor Interior. Docs. In CO, price reduced to $34k.
https://imgur.com/a/HrELW77
Contact Eric: eric@ejswealth.com or 303-947-5715
0F91M511004

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Green, White Standard Interior. Docs. In Australia, price reduced to $35k US
https://www.facebook.com/groups/mercurycougarsofaustralia/posts/6041931952495594
https://www.justmusclecars.com.au/listing/index/1970-mercury-cougar-eliminator-hy308yvr1ccbc
See more pics and details on the Classic Cougar Community forum, here: Eliminator Downunder
0F91M537652

'69 w/ 351, Auto. Bright Yellow, Black Interior. No Docs. In TX, on consignment, $45,995
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1508107/1969-mercury-cougar-for-sale-in-cadillac-michigan-49601
This listing is through a 3rd party, and the owner is located in TX.
9F91M571334

'69 w/ 351, Auto. Bright Yellow, White Interior. Docs. In NM for $49k.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/473220306059769/posts/5992653854116359/
9F91M565896

'70 w/ 428CJ, Auto. Special Paint (RED), Red Decor Interior. Docs. In WA (see listing for details)
http://www.cascadeclassics.com/current-projects/1970-428cj-eliminator-factory-red/
0F91Q511xxx

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Blue, White Standard Interior. Docs. In IL, $74,995
https://www.fastlanecars.com/vehicles/3284/1970-mercury-cougar
https://www.ebay.com/itm/354752776105
0F91M514825

'69 w/ 428CJ (Ram-Air), Auto. Bright Yellow, Black Interior. Docs. In NC for $79.5k
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/913379216377740
9F91R561725

'70 w/ 428CJ (Ram-Air), Auto. Competition Blue, Black & White Houndstooth. Docs. In UT for $149.5k.
https://cars.ksl.com/listing/8411804
0F91Q532750

'70 w/ 428SCJ (Ram-Air, 3.91 gears), 4-speed. Competition Blue, Black Standard Interior. Docs. In Nelson, BC for $256k
https://www.allcollectorcars.com/for-sale/1970-Mercury-Cougar–Super-Cobra-Jet-Eliminator/2599746/
*Restoration Pics Here: http://www.melatiniclassics.com/
0F91Q516761

'70 w/ 428SCJ (ram-air, 3.91 gears), Auto. Competition Blue, Blue Decor interior (originally Blue Standard). Docs. In PA for $269.9k
https://sellyourclassic.com/view-vehicle/?vid=173610
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1970/mercury/cougar–eliminator/91744
0F91Q537975

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Another one headed to auction!

'69 w/ Boss 302, 4-speed. Competition Orange, Black Interior. Docs. Mecum Indy, Lot S139.

9F91G580696

*As always, do you due diligence and verify claims of “original drivetrain” by checking for proper VIN stamps and casting dates.

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SOLD! $70k hammer ($77k incl. fees).

SOLD! $77k hammer ($84.7 incl. fees).

SOLD! $72k hammer ($79.2k incl. fees).

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Rare combination…

'70 w/ 428CJ (now SCJ), 4-speed. Competition Green, White Standard Interior. Docs. In MN for $75k.

[Album] 0F91Q509780 - For Sale - $75k - May 2023

Jason.barron.phd@gmail.com
0F91Q509780

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Hertz Eliminator…

'69 w/ 351, Auto. Hertz Sunroof Bright Yellow, White Interior. Docs. In CA for $65k.
Contact Martin at: 818-726-1919
9F91M559926

*Previously an estate sale find in Feb 2022.

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This (the comp green Eliminator) is my car. I have been a member here for a while but haven’t posted much lately. I am not on Facebook, but am also going to set up an account since it is posted there as well.

My goal is to sell the car to someone that has time and appreciation for it. I will also state that I am not a Cougar savant and I know less about what is factory correct and numbers correct, especially compared to the people here. However, I want the transaction to go well for both parties and so I am happy to provide whatever information I can to ensure that the buyer is confident that they are getting what is represented. I know it’s a lot of money.

Edit to add: I know there are tons of guys on here that love to collect these cars and have a stable of concours-level vehicles. I’m not that guy. If I have something, I want to use it. I wanted a big block eliminator that I could have fun with and not worry about. This car fit that well. However, with my kid becoming a teen, the car is about 5th on my list of summer “things to do,” so seeing it sit around isn’t making me happy and seems like a waste. I figure if I can find someone that can use it and we can agree on a price, then good for everyone.

Speaking of price - prior to reaching out to Mike, I talked to Don at WCCC. Don has not seen the car in person - only pictures - but we had a good discussion and I based my price on said conversation. Again, Don has not seen the car in person, has no link to it, and I am not saying he endorses any aspect of the car or me. I’m not locked into the price, but it felt fair. I’m sure everyone will have an opinion on it.

I will relay what I can about the car, but I did not do the restoration. I have owned the car since about 2016 or so. The car was listed here at that time and was located in Quebec. I shipped it back to the US at that time. My understanding is that it was restored in Michigan or Ontario by the previous previous owner, probably around the 2006 time frame. This seems to align with comments by a poster (Scott Moulton) on Facebook.

Subsequent to buying the car, I installed a tilt steering column, new heavy duty clutch z-bar, and had the steering box rebuilt by Chockostang. I had the Holley carb rebuilt, but I still didn’t like how it ran, so I installed a Demon carb. The car runs really well with the Demon. Both carbs will be included. I also have the original exhaust manifolds.

The engine is not original to the car. I am not sure about the transmision. I intend to get numbers off of both this week. I believe the engine is a 428 SCJ - it seems to have the external harmonic balancer.

The car is currently in the shop getting some minor mechanical work done to ensure there are no issues. The shop is fixing a power steering leak, a rear transmission seal leak, brake check, and replacement of the hood hinges with heavy duty ones from WCCC and fix the driver door alignment. Once I get it back, I can provide videos of the car running and driving.

The car is an older restoration - probably 15 years +/-. My opinion is that the car looks good, with the paint be good in most areas. There was filler used in the restoration, with the lower quarters seeming to have some based on magnet testing, but the car is super solid and I don’t believe is hiding anything. I am happy to provide pictures of magnet adhesion or other tests. I am going to try to get pictures of the fender VINs this week also. Also, I can get additional pictures of the underside.

I will follow up with more answers as I think of questions or in response.

thanks,
Jay

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Additional information:

I was able to see the driver’s side fender VIN and took video of it with a boroscope and put it on my Flickr page. The VIN numbers match.

Additional part numbers I was able to obtain off the car:
Engine - Date coded to 8M02; did not see a VIN on the block. Could be covered by paint.
Intake manifold - C80E-9425-C (date: 9D15)
Carb - C9AF-9510-U (List 4609)
Heads - C8OE-6090-N
Exhaust manifold - C80E-9431-B (Driver side); passenger side couldn’t tell; dates couldn’t read.
Radiator - C8ZE-L1
Water pump - D4TE-85…couldn’t read completely, but obviously a replacement

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Awesome! Thanks for the info, Jay!

Link to Jay’s Flikr page: Jay Barron | Flickr

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For sale at Carlisle…

'69 w/ 351, Auto (now 4-spd). Competition Orange, Black Interior. Docs. At Carlisle for $75k
Call 717-372-4745
9F91M574979

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Thanks Mike,

Additional pictures of the underside of the car added. Also added pictures of a magnet adhering to various areas. The car had both quarters completely replaced. There is some body filler that was used in the typical spots (lower quarters, quarter to roof weld), but based on the magnet adhesion, I would say that it is no greater than 1/8".

Video of the car running and driving will be up later today.

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Private / word of mouth offering…

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Yellow, White Standard Interior. Docs. In AR.
https://imgur.com/a/x31km4u
Contact Jeff at jeffandtammyplus2@yahoo.com
0F91M524198

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Still available…

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Green, White Standard Interior. Docs. In UT.

Contact Dave Munson: sonofmun70@gmail.com / 435-619-6001
0F91M537631

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Price reduced to $6k ($5k without front seats and rear gear).

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Another word of mouth car…

'69 w/ 428SCJ (3.91 gears), Auto. White with Black Interior. Project. Docs. In OH.
https://imgur.com/a/itOOMem
Contact Brian at brian555drivers@outlook.com
9F91R562352

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White on white and a big block!

'69 w/ 390, Auto. White with White interior. Docs. In PA for $65k.

9F91S581216

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Spotted at Tulsa Ford & Shelby show…

'70 w/ 428CJ, 4-speed. Competition Gold, Black Decor Interior. Docs. In OK for $78k.

Call Jack at 918-408-0340
0F91Q511602

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Boss project…

'70 w/ Boss 302, 4-speed. Competition Green, White Interior. No docs. In WY for $21.5k
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/3798058203756326/
0F91G508936

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Wow, that didn’t last long. Listed as SOLD

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Now listed on Facebook Marketplace, as well as CarsOnline.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/612031417363758/

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Rare color combination…

'70 w/ 351, Auto. Competition Yellow, Brown Houndstooth Decor Interior. Docs. In KS for $35k

0F91M509730